Job Information
University of Utah Theatrical Costume Technician in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 07/09/2024
Requisition Number PRN39116B
Job Title Theatrical Costume Technician
Working Title Theatrical Costume Technician
Job Grade B
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40 between August and April
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends as determined by production schedule needs
VP Area Academic Affairs
Department 00076 - School of Dance
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $19.50 to $22.00 per hour
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
Work with a vibrant team to help bring the University of Utah School of Dance productions to life! The Costume Technician will make patterns using pattern drafting techniques and costume renderings provided by the designer; source and alter readymade clothing; repair and embellish existing costumes; prepare fabric for cutting by washing, and ironing; make theatrical crafts items; including creating millinery, shoes, and jewelry; and other duties as assigned to help the School of Dance achieve a complete visual picture for the designers, choreographers, students and audience.
This is a part-time position (0.75 FTE / 1,560 hours per year) with full University of Utah benefits. Applicant must have the ability to work full-time (40 hours per week) during the Academic Year (approximately August – April) each year.
Initial review of applicants will begin July 29, 2024.
Responsibilities
Applicants must demonstrate their potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job:
Have two years of pattern drafting or an equivalent of two years of on-the-job training drafting patterns.
Have solid skills in sewing and altering garments.
Follows precise directions and requests clarification as needed.
Assess workload and manages time so deadlines are met.
Available to work some evenings and weekends as needed for productions.
Pattern Drafter/Draper Duties:
Maintain an up-to-date book of measurements. Draft patterns from costume renderings and conversations with the designer. Schedule costume fittings with students. Attend costume fittings to take notes. Make necessary alterations to patterns based on the costume fitting notes. Cut out costumes using the altered patterns. Instruct costume shop staff and work-study students how to assemble costumes using industrial sewing machines and hand sewing techniques. Attend dress rehearsals to take notes. Supervise and mentor costume staff and work study students in best costume shop practices.
Additional Duties:
Work with student choreographers to pull costumes for student produced performances. Repair, clean, and organize costumes for the run of a production. Attend performances to serve as Wardrobe Crew. Maintain equipment and organization of the workspaces. Assist with costume rentals.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications
A minimum of three years of sewing experience using various types of sewing machines and hand work or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); a knowledge in textiles, dying, scheduling, and theatrical design; excellent oral and written communications skills; and an ability to work in a detail and deadline-oriented environment required. A commitment to the service excellence concept also required.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Preferences
Strong preference for someone with training in pattern drafting. Experience in using several types of sewing machines and employing hand sewing techniques; a knowledge of textiles, scheduling, and excellent oral and written communications skills; and an ability to work in a detail and deadline-oriented environment is necessary. A commitment to service excellence is required.
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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